Intrada Technologies Champions Civic Engagement: Supporting Student Success in the PA Chamber's Civics Bee Competition

Intrada Technologies was honored to serve as the Technology Sponsor for the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry's Civics Bee, a competition aimed at fostering student civic engagement. The event took place at the Commonwealth Charter Academy in Harrisburg on Thursday, June 15th. Intrada Technologies played a vital role in ensuring the event's success as both the Technology Sponsor and the official audio-visual support provider for the event. The company provided various services, including setup, equipment, technical assistance, event recording, and audio support. These contributions allowed students to remain engaged, acquire valuable knowledge about civics and current events, and display their skills and understanding. Intrada Technologies' participation in the Civics Bee underscores its dedication to promoting student success and civic engagement.

In partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and six chambers of commerce across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Chamber invited students from across the Commonwealth to showcase and grow their understanding and appreciation for American democracy in a statewide civics competition.

The civics bee is structured as a tournament-style competition with several rounds of questions. The difficulty of the questions increases as the rounds progress, and the student who answers the most questions correctly by the end of the competition is declared the winner.   The goal of the bee is to teach students about the different aspects of government and how the political system in the United States works. It encourages critical thinking, helps to build self-confidence, and allows students to demonstrate their knowledge in a fun and interactive way. Questions asked are on a on a variety of topics related to U.S. government and politics, such as the Constitution, presidential powers, Supreme Court decisions, civil rights laws, and foreign policy.

Students in the 6th, 7th, or 8th grades were invited to submit a 500-word essay between Friday, January 13 to midnight on February 24, 2023, to one of the six local chamber partners. The participating local chamber partners included– the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County; the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry; the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership; and the Harrisburg Regional Chamber &  CREDC. Each local chamber empaneled judges to review the essays and select 10 finalists who went on to participate in one of six local chamber-run regional Civics Bees. The top three from each regional Civics Bee participated in the State Civics Bee competition in early June.

David Steele, Partner with Intrada Technologies, expressed his excitement about the company's participation in the Civics Bee, stating, "Intrada Technologies was thrilled to provide audio-visual support for the PA Chamber of Business and Industry's Civics Bee. We take great pride in being part of events that not only showcase our future business leaders but also emphasize the importance of civic knowledge and engagement. These events play a significant role in educating and inspiring the next generation to become active citizens who can make informed decisions. Contributing to the success of these students and helping them reach their potential is something we genuinely enjoy and value as an organization. We are honored to be part of such a great event that fosters civic engagement, instills a sense of responsibility, and prepares our youth for a brighter future as engaged and knowledgeable citizens."

How Can Intrada Help With Your Next Event?

Let us take the stress out of the technology and multimedia production portion of your next event so that you can focus on the other necessary details. Intrada Technologies can assist with the audio-visual and technology aspects, whether it's a student competition, conference, or forum. With over two decades of experience in event planning, our team is equipped to handle virtual, hybrid, or in-person events. To get started, contact Nicole Keiner at marketing@intradatech.com or call 800-858-5745 today.